About Us
The Man Who Introduced Oklahoma To “The Real Thing”
George Hobson didn’t move to Oklahoma from Delaware with the intention of introducing Oklahoma to authentic philly cheesesteaks but that’s just what he did. George moved to Oklahoma as part of management for the new General Motors plant and was disappointed he couldn’t find a local restaurant offering the sandwiches and philly cheesesteaks he loved back home. Cooking up his own hoagies became popular amongst his friends and coworkers. In fact, during his employment at GM his philly cheesesteaks were so sought after he’d often sell over a hundred sandwiches to his coworkers in a week.
After George retired from GM, he opened his first shop in Edmond in 1991 and later opened a second location in
Downtown OKC in 2009. The shop’s name of Hobby’s comes from a family nickname. Customers not only found his food
and service to be worth repeating, they found George to be larger than life with a big heart. He never met a
stranger and always enjoyed making people laugh. His East Coast personality was genuine and filled with
confidence as he often told customers what they should order.
Restaurants that stick around for a long time often have a special and unique history to go along with it.
Hobby’s Hoagies is no different and the tradition of authentic East Coast food has became a favorite for many
Oklahomans. George and Hobby’s Hoagies have left an inviting and tasty impression that continues today with the
help of his family who carries on his passion.
Many customers who come from the northeast find Hobby’s Hoagies to be the closest to their own restaurant
favorites back home (don’t take our word for it, read our reviews). Locals growing up eating at Hobby’s often
don’t miss out on a chance to eat there again when returning to their hometown.
Hobby’s Hoagies thanks the customers who have been loyal over the past 30+ years and the new ones who discover
the unforgettable taste of authentic cheesesteaks, hoagies, NY style pizza and more. George may not be around
any longer, but his commitment to sharing his love for East Coast food made with the finest and freshest
ingredients sure is!
